Safety Manual

Aeriel Lift with Boom Operating Procedures • Only authorized persons shall operate the boom and basket load limits specified by the manufacturer shall not be exceeded. • The minimum clearance between electrical lines and any part of the equipment (i.e. crane or load) shall be 10 feet for lines rated 50 kV or below. • Employees shall always stand firmly on the floor of the basket, and shall not sit or climbon the edge of the basket or use planks, ladders, or other devices for a work position. • An approved fall restraint system shall be worn when working inside a boom truck. An approved fall restraint system shall be attached to the boom or basket when working from the boom and it is not permitted to be attached to adjacent poles or structures. • All employees who operate a boom truck shall be trained in the safe operation of the specific device they will operate. Training must conform to all OSHA requirements. • Follow the manufacturer’s specifications Safety Check – Before Each Use • The operator of the vehicle should conduct a safety / “circle check” of the vehicle to determine hazards, identify damage and leaks prior to each use • The check shall include but is not limited to a visual inspection of the vehicle exterior, including; o broken, damaged, loose, or missing parts o tire bulges, cuts and pressure o oil and hydraulic leaks

o weld integrity, such as cracks and rust o lighting (beam, directional and safety) o all required decals and stickers on or around the articulating boom o they must be in place, legible and understandable

Worksite Inspection

• Try not to park on uneven ground. • Keep an eye out for drop-offs, holes, bumps, and debris. • Do not operate the boom if wind gusts exceed 30 mph or there is a threat of an electrical storm.

• Set emergency brake. • Position wheel chocks. • Look out for overhead obstructions.

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